hinge on

VERB

depend

Synonyms

STRONGEST

depend on rest on

WEAK

be at mercy of be based on be conditioned be connected with be determined by be in control of be in the power of be subject to be subordinate to bottom found ground hang hang in suspense hang on hang upon pend re rest

Example Sentences

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Holm told jurors that the question of punitive damages should not hinge on Rebecca Grossman’s wealth.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Investors’ acceptance of SpaceX’s mammoth valuation will likely hinge on whether they believe Musk can deliver on his ambitious ideas, which include colonizing Mars and launching data centers into space.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

That is especially problematic for Mexico, which has struggled to attract foreign investors and whose economic growth prospects hinge on that investment.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

Over the next two defining games, survival may hinge on who holds their nerve.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

So many things hinge on that, but I don’t want to freak you out with any more information than I have to.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin

hinge on

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